New Jersey Dental Implant News: Half the World
World’’s Population
Suffers from Major Tooth Decay!
This article discusses the shocking findings of a global health survey looking at the incidence
and severity of gum disease and tooth decay.
It’s a shocking realization to come to, but a report published in the peer-reviewed Journal of Dental
Research lead by Professor Wagner Marcenes of the University of London, has indicated that the number
of people suffering from severe untreated tooth decay lies in the billions! In fact, this report states that
more than half the world’s population is affected. Considering that population is approximately seven
billion people, the estimated number of those with serious oral illness is around 3.9 billion!

“When you consider that even those with a decent education and economic background fail to look after
their teeth properly and go for regular dental appointments, these statistics come as no surprise,” say
New Jersey dental implant specialists. “Gum disease is a very real problem and one that is prevalent
amongst North American society, not to mention the world.”
What is so strange is that so many people don’t seek treatment for conditions that not only lead to quite
severe discomfort, but visibly wreck their smiles. To make the situation even stranger is the fact that gum
disease, tooth decay and dental caries (cavities) are wholly preventable. With simple, good hygienic
measures and regular dental appointments, you can keep your teeth and gums in excellent lifelong
condition.
Then why does half the world’s population find this impossible to do?
Research Findings
The international research project carried out by Professor Marcenes was a part of the Global Burden of
Disease (GBD) 2010 study. His interest was concerned with understanding oral health and its connections
with whole body health. This peer-reviewed study revealed that:

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Close to four billion people suffer from untreated oral ailments and conditions that could be causing
severe toothache, discomfort and difficulty sleeping. We’re not even talking about surface cavities and
mild gum infections that can be readily ignored. “What this indicates is that there is a critical lack of
regard for the importance of good oral health and hygiene,” say NJ dental implants specialists.

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Of all the major illnesses and diseases considered by the GBD 2010
research study (291 in number), cavities or tooth decay of a patient’s adult
teeth was found to be the most common. In fact, 35% of the world’s
population struggles with the disability of having teeth that are riddled with
decay - a condition that can be extremely painful and difficult to eat and
sleep with.

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The study continued to reveal that there was an appreciable link between
those who were at a moderate stroke or heart failure risk and rampant
tooth loss and decay. “There is a very real connection between oral health
and overall general health,” say dental implants specialists in New Jersey.
“This connection is serious and potentially fatal.”

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Additionally, the oral health problems mentioned in the study were
estimated to cause the loss of 224 life years for every 100,000 people
considered! Who would have thought that neglecting to brush and floss could lead to a lower life
expectancy!

“Unfortunately, the situation doesn't seem to be getting any better, which is surprising considering our
increased awareness of the importance of good oral health and hygiene,” comments NJ dental implants
specialists.
Between 1990 and 2010, Professor Marcenes' study found that the global incidence and severity of these
oral ailments had increased by a substantial 20%. Furthermore, the average health issues being
considered are no longer mild gum infection and surface cavities, but rather severe periodontitis (gum
disease) and rampant tooth loss.
The Professor had this to say: "The findings of the GBD 2010 study highlighted that an urgent organized
social response to oral health problems is needed. This must deal with a wide array of health care and
public health priorities for action."
What you can do in the meantime is brush more thoroughly, more frequently and for longer; floss your
teeth every day and give your dentist a call. It’s probably time you went for a check-up!